Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore)
Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore)
RII32013
J684
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of employees such as a Derrickman who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of fourteen (14) units of competency made up of:- ten (10) core units, and
- four (4) elective units of which:
- at least two (2) must be chosen from group A
- up to two (2) may be chosen from group B
- up to two (2) units from Certificate II, Certificate III or Certificate IV in this, or any other Training Package or accredited course
Units chosen must be relevant to the job function.
There are prerequisites to imported units listed in this qualification. Where a unit is imported as an elective care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified are complied with.
A prerequisite must be considered in the total number of units chosen.
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH514 | RIIOGD301D | Conduct and maintain derrick operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0712 | BSBFLM303C | Contribute to effective workplace relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W8283 | MSAPMSUP172A | Identify and minimise environmental hazards | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WE718 | BSBWHS301A | Maintain workplace safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH513 | RIIOGD209D | Operate and maintain ancillary equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH540 | RIIOGN302D | Operate mud pumps | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH541 | RIIOGN303D | Operate mud systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH271 | RIIERR302D | Respond to local emergencies and incidents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH515 | RIIOGD302D | Trip casing | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH516 | RIIOGD303D | Trip pipe | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least two (2) unitsmust be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH512 | RIIOGD206D | Assist with coal seam gas control | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3654 | MSAPMPER300C | Issue work permits | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8937 | PMASUP236B | Operate vehicles in the field | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH509 | RIIOGD203D | Prepare and operate drilling fluid systems | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WH511 | RIIOGD205D | Support blow out prevention operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH751 | RIIWHS202D | Enter and work in confined spaces | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WH655 | RIISAM204D | Operate small plant and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH753 | RIIWHS204D | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W684 | RII32009 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZC4 | RII32015 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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